2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (324 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 411 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 Chevrolet Express (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Trabant |
| Model | Express | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 324 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2390 mm |
