2004 BMW Z4 vs. 1989 Skoda L
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1989 Skoda L. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW Z4 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1989 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 Z4 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW Z4 | 1989 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | Z4 | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
