2007 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1595 kg more than 1955 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 GL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Trabant |
| Model | GL | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2390 mm |
