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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 193 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 740 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 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 426 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 | 2993 cc | 689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2390 mm |