2006 BMW 545 vs. 1961 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,494 cc, 2006 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
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 545 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 1961 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 545 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1089 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
