1979 BMW 732 vs. 1963 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1979 BMW 732 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 732 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1963 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 732 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1963 Skoda 1202. 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, 1979 BMW 732 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 732 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 732 | 1963 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 732 | 1202 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 30 L |