1996 BMW 535 vs. 1972 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1996 BMW 535 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 535 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 557 kg more than 1972 Skoda 1202. 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, 1996 BMW 535 (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 535 | 1972 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 535 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
