1973 BMW 3 vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 Skoda L is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3 (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3 weights approximately 442 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, 1973 BMW 3 (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 3 | L |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
