1961 Skoda 1202 vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 1999 BMW Z3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z3 (240 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z3 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1961 Skoda 1202. 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, 1999 BMW Z3 (320 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Skoda 1202 | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Skoda | BMW |
| Model | 1202 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
