2005 BMW 325 vs. 1987 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (181 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1987 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1987 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1987 Skoda Rapid R. 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, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1987 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 325 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |
