2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 468 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1955 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 Ferrari F430 (466 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Trabant |
| Model | F430 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 370 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
