1993 BMW 856 vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Octavia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 856. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 856 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1993 BMW 856 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 BMW 856. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 BMW 856 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 856 | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 856 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
