2007 BMW 130 vs. 1991 Skoda L

To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1991 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1991 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, 2007 BMW 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Skoda L.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 130 1991 Skoda L
Make BMW Skoda
Model 130 L
Year Released 2007 1991
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2979 cc 1221 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 266 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 6650 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 427 Nm 90 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 72 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4170 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2410 mm


 

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