2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1958 Trabant P 50
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 50 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 50. (18 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 50.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 50. (41 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1958 Trabant P 50 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Trabant |
| Model | SLK | P 50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2030 mm |
