1978 BMW 725 vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Skoda L is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L.
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, 1978 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 725 | 1985 Skoda L | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 725 | L |
Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |