2007 BMW M3 vs. 1989 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1989 Skoda L. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1989 Skoda L. 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M3 | 1989 Skoda L | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | M3 | L |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |