2009 BMW X5 vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 675 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 X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | BMW | Trabant |
| Model | X5 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2390 mm |
