1996 BMW 332 vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 1996 BMW 332 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 332 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1983 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, 1996 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 332 | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 332 | L |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
