1961 Skoda 1202 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 52 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 945 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 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Skoda 1202 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Skoda | BMW |
Model | 1202 | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |