1980 Skoda L vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1980 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 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Skoda L | 2012 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Skoda | BMW |
| Model | L | 550 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
