1961 Skoda Felicia vs. 2005 BMW 320
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Felicia. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1961 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, 2005 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Felicia. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Skoda Felicia | 2005 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Skoda | BMW |
| Model | Felicia | 320 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
