2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Trabant |
| Model | CLK | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |
