2007 BMW 545 vs. 1955 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2007 BMW 545 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1955 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1955 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 545 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1955 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 545 | 1955 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 545 | 1200 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |