1978 Skoda L vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 800 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 328 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 328 | |
| Make | Skoda | BMW |
| Model | L | 328 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |
