2008 BMW 335 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 335 (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 335 | L |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
