1972 BMW 520 vs. 1992 Skoda L
To start off, 1992 Skoda L is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1992 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1992 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 520 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1992 Skoda 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, 1972 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 520 | 1992 Skoda L | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 520 | L |
Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |