1999 BMW Z8 vs. 1956 Skoda 440
To start off, 1999 BMW Z8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z8 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1956 Skoda 440. 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 Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z8 | 1956 Skoda 440 | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | Z8 | 440 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4939 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 47 L |