2008 BMW 318 vs. 1958 Trabant P 50
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 50 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 50. (18 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1958 Trabant P 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 318 (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 50. (41 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 1958 Trabant P 50 | |
| Make | BMW | Trabant |
| Model | 318 | P 50 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2030 mm |
