2005 BMW 745 vs. 1967 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 BMW 745 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1967 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 745 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1967 Skoda Octavia. 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 745 | 1967 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 745 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 970 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 30 L |