2008 BMW 525 vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 636 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.
Because 2008 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Skoda 440. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 525 | 440 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
