1969 BMW 1600 vs. 1974 Skoda S 110 R
To start off, 1974 Skoda S 110 R is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 BMW 1600 (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1974 Skoda S 110 R. (51 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1974 Skoda S 110 R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 BMW 1600 weights approximately 156 kg more than 1974 Skoda S 110 R. 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, 1969 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Skoda S 110 R. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Skoda S 110 R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 1600 | 1974 Skoda S 110 R | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 1600 | S 110 R |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 31 L |
