2000 BMW 525 vs. 1963 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2000 BMW 525 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 525 (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 525 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1963 Skoda Felicia. 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 525 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 525 | 1963 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 525 | Felicia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |