2001 BMW 730 vs. 1966 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 2,925 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 730 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1966 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1966 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1966 Skoda 1202. 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 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 730 | 1966 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 730 | 1202 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2925 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 30 L |