1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1975 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1975 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW Z3 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1975 Skoda 110 L. 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 Z3 (180 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Skoda 110 L. (69 Nm). This means 1996 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 1975 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | Z3 | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 31 L |
