1971 BMW 3 vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 Skoda L is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 552 kg more than 1984 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW 3 (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 3 | L |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
