2004 BMW 645 vs. 1986 Skoda L
To start off, 2004 BMW 645 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1986 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1986 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 645 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1986 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 645 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 645 | 1986 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 645 | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| 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 | 328 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
