1985 BMW 324 vs. 1966 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1985 BMW 324 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 324 (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1966 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 324 should accelerate faster than 1966 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 324 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1966 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, 1985 BMW 324 (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW 324 | 1966 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 324 | 1202 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 30 L |