2008 BMW 750 vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2008 BMW 750 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 750 weights approximately 724 kg more than 1953 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 750 (488 Nm @ 3499 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 750 | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 750 | 1200 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
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 | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3499 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2690 mm |