1978 Skoda L vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 34 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), 2012 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 1185 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, 2012 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2012 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Skoda | BMW |
| Model | L | 740 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| 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 | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 82 L |
