1980 BMW M5 vs. 1989 Skoda L
To start off, 1989 Skoda L is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1989 Skoda L. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M5 weights approximately 506 kg more than 1989 Skoda L. 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, 1980 BMW M5 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M5 | 1989 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | M5 | L |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1391 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
