2008 BMW M3 vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,246 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1980 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | M3 | L |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
