2008 BMW 320 vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 52 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 610 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, 2008 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | BMW | Trabant |
| Model | 320 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
