2001 BMW X5 vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1977 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | X5 | L |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 38 L |
