2008 BMW M3 vs. 1989 Skoda Favorit
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Skoda Favorit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Skoda Favorit 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 279 more horse power than 1989 Skoda Favorit. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda Favorit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1989 Skoda Favorit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Skoda Favorit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda Favorit. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda Favorit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 1989 Skoda Favorit | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | M3 | Favorit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |
