2004 BMW 730 vs. 1965 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2004 BMW 730 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1965 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1965 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 730 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1965 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, 2004 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 730 | 1965 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 730 | 1202 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |