1961 Skoda 1200 vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1961 Skoda 1200. 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 Z4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Skoda 1200 | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Skoda | BMW |
Model | 1200 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |