1997 BMW 850 vs. 1968 Skoda 1000 MB
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda 1000 MB would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP) has 282 more horse power than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 1158 kg more than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. (75 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. 1997 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 1968 Skoda 1000 MB has manual transmission. 1968 Skoda 1000 MB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 1968 Skoda 1000 MB | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 850 | 1000 MB |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
