2008 BMW X3 vs. 1958 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 50 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), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 968 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, 2008 BMW X3 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1958 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | BMW | Trabant |
| Model | X3 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2390 mm |
