1986 BMW 325 vs. 1974 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1986 BMW 325 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 325 (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1974 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 325 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1974 Skoda 110 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, 1986 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 325 | 1974 Skoda 110 L | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 325 | 110 L |
Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2693 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 68.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 31 L |