2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1990 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1990 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 Z4 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1990 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | Z4 | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
