2009 BMW 735 vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2009 BMW 735 is newer by 50 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 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 246 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 735 weights approximately 1085 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, 2009 BMW 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 735 | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | BMW | Trabant |
| Model | 735 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 22 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2390 mm |
