1999 BMW 740 vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1961 Skoda 1200. 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, 1999 BMW 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 740 | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 740 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3899 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2690 mm |