1983 Skoda L vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1983 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 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Skoda L | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Skoda | BMW |
| Model | L | 335 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 57 L |
