2008 BMW 330 vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 51 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 575 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 330 | 440 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |