1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 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 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | Z9 | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |
