2003 BMW 545 vs. 1964 Skoda 1202

To start off, 2003 BMW 545 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1964 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1964 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1964 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, 2003 BMW 545 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Skoda 1202. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Skoda 1202.

Compare all specifications:

2003 BMW 545 1964 Skoda 1202
Make BMW Skoda
Model 545 1202
Year Released 2003 1964
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 1221 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 328 HP 45 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 451 Nm 86 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 75 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 1105 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 30 L


 

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