1998 BMW M vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1998 BMW M is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW M weights approximately 560 kg more than 1985 Skoda 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, 1998 BMW M (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1998 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW M | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | M | L |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
