2005 BMW 750 vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 2005 BMW 750 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 750 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1959 Skoda 440. 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 750 | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 750 | 440 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |