1970 Skoda 110 L vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 43 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1970 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1175 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda 110 L. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Skoda 110 L | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Skoda | BMW |
| Model | 110 L | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
