1961 Skoda Octavia vs. 2009 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1961 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2009 BMW 318 (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Skoda Octavia | 2009 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Skoda | BMW |
| Model | Octavia | 318 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |
