1964 Skoda Octavia vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP) has 267 more horse power than 1964 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1964 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1083 kg more than 1964 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 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 7 Series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Skoda Octavia | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Skoda | BMW |
| Model | Octavia | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 311 HP |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |
