2001 BMW 520 vs. 1986 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 2001 BMW 520 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 520 (167 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1986 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1986 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 520 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1986 Skoda Rapid R. 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, 2001 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 520 | 1986 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 520 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
