2009 BMW 120 vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 476 kg more than 1957 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, 2009 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | BMW | Trabant |
| Model | 120 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |
