1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1959 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1972 BMW Turbo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Turbo weights approximately 60 kg more than 1959 Skoda Octavia. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 1959 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | Turbo | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
