1999 BMW 740 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 740 | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
