2001 BMW X Coupe vs. 1963 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 BMW X Coupe is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X Coupe (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X Coupe weights approximately 675 kg more than 1963 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe will offer significantly more control. 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 X Coupe (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X Coupe | 1963 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | X Coupe | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 38 L |
