1995 BMW M3 vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 1995 BMW M3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M3 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1980 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, 1995 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M3 | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | M3 | L |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
