2009 BMW 120 vs. 1969 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1969 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, 2009 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 110 L. 2009 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1969 Skoda 110 L has manual transmission. 1969 Skoda 110 L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1969 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 120 | 110 L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 31 L |
