2007 BMW 328 vs. 1998 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Skoda Octavia 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 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1998 Skoda Octavia.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1998 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 328 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
