1961 Skoda 1202 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 50 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 810 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.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Skoda 1202. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X3 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Skoda 1202 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Skoda | BMW |
| Model | 1202 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 67 L |
