2004 BMW 545 vs. 1990 Skoda L
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1990 Skoda L. 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 545 (447 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 1990 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 545 | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| 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 | 315 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
