2001 BMW 730 vs. 1958 Skoda 440
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1958 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1958 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1958 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, 2001 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 730 | 1958 Skoda 440 | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 730 | 440 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 47 L |