2004 BMW 525 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1978 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, 2004 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 525 | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
