2007 BMW 328 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 328 | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
