1960 Skoda Felicia vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1960 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Skoda Felicia | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Skoda | BMW |
Model | Felicia | 328 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 230 HP |
Torque | 74 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 57 L |