1999 BMW 740 vs. 1991 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 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 226 more horse power than 1991 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1991 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1991 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, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Skoda L. (90 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1991 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 740 | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 885 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 |
