2006 BMW 523 vs. 1966 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 523 (175 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1966 Skoda 1202. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1966 Skoda 1202.
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, 2006 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 523 | 1966 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 523 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
