2007 BMW 550 vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 4,797 cc, 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 619 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 724 kg more than 1957 Skoda 440. 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440. 2007 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1957 Skoda 440 has manual transmission. 1957 Skoda 440 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 550 | 440 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 1089 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 657 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
