2005 BMW 325 vs. 1966 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1966 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1966 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 389 kg more than 1966 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1966 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 325 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |
