1984 BMW M6 vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 BMW M6 is newer by 1 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 680 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, 1984 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW M6 | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | M6 | L |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
