1985 Skoda L vs. 2011 BMW 760
To start off, 2011 BMW 760 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 760 (535 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 760 weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1985 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, 2011 BMW 760 (745 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 642 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L. 2011 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1985 Skoda L has manual transmission. 1985 Skoda L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Skoda L | 2011 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Skoda | BMW |
| Model | L | 760 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 535 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 745 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3211 mm |
