2007 BMW 530 vs. 1956 Trabant P 70

To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1956 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 530 1956 Trabant P 70
Make BMW Trabant
Model 530 P 70
Year Released 2007 1956
Engine Size 2996 cc 689 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 254 HP 22 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 54 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1665 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 3750 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2390 mm