2004 BMW 745 vs. 1961 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Felicia. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1961 Skoda Felicia. 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 745 (447 Nm) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Felicia. (86 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 1961 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 745 | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 38 L |
