2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1958 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 790 kg more than 1958 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 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1958 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Trabant |
| Model | C | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |
