2008 BMW 650 vs. 1964 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1964 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1964 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1964 Skoda 1202. 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Skoda 1202. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 1964 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 650 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
