2008 BMW 740 vs. 1960 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2008 BMW 740 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 740 (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1960 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 740 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1960 Skoda 1200. 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 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 740 | 1960 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 740 | 1200 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 38 L |