1970 Skoda 110 L vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1970 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1970 Skoda 110 L. 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 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda 110 L. 2009 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1970 Skoda 110 L has manual transmission. 1970 Skoda 110 L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Skoda 110 L | 2009 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Skoda | BMW |
| Model | 110 L | 325 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 63 L |
