2001 BMW 745 vs. 1961 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Felicia. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1961 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Felicia. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 1961 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 745 | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 38 L |
