1996 BMW 725 vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1996 BMW 725 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 725 (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1981 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 725 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 725 | 1981 Skoda L | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 725 | L |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1044 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |