2004 BMW 530 vs. 1955 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2004 BMW 530 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1955 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1955 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 530 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1955 Skoda 1200. 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, 2004 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 530 | 1955 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 530 | 1200 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |