2005 BMW 330 vs. 1962 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1962 Skoda Felicia. 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 330 (290 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1962 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 330 | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |
