2005 BMW 325 vs. 1992 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Skoda L 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 (184 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1992 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1992 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1992 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1992 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 325 | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
