1998 BMW Pickster vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L.
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 Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Pickster | 1985 Skoda L | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | Pickster | L |
Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 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 Length | 4840 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |