2000 BMW 323 vs. 1956 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (168 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1956 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, 2000 BMW 323 (245 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 1956 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 323 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
