1978 Skoda L vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 123 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1978 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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2011 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Skoda | BMW |
| Model | L | 123 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 51 L |
