1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 1959 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1973 BMW 3.3 is newer by 14 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 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3.3 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 530 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW 3.3 (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 3.3 | 1959 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 3.3 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |