2006 BMW 330 vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1982 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, 2006 BMW 330 (411 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 330 | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 825 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
