2008 BMW X3 vs. 1976 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1976 Skoda 110 L. (45 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1976 Skoda 110 L. 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 X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Skoda 110 L. 2008 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 1976 Skoda 110 L has manual transmission. 1976 Skoda 110 L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1976 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | X3 | 110 L |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 31 L |
