2005 BMW 535 vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 BMW 535 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,428 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 857 kg more than 1984 Skoda L. 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 535 (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 535 | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 535 | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
