1992 BMW 740 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1992 BMW 740 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1978 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, 1992 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 740 | L |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
