2006 BMW 545 vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 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 2,494 cc, 2006 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L.
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 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 545 | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1289 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
