1995 BMW 330 vs. 1991 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1991 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1991 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1991 Skoda Rapid R. 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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 1991 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 330 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
