2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1109 kg more than 1959 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 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Trabant |
| Model | 300 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2390 mm |
