2007 BMW 120 vs. 1960 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1960 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 120 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1960 Skoda 1200. 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, 2007 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 1960 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 120 | 1200 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |