2007 BMW 330 vs. 1983 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1983 Skoda Rapid R has manual transmission. 1983 Skoda Rapid R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1983 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 330 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
