2006 BMW 525 vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1985 Skoda L. 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, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 525 | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
