2009 BMW 135 vs. 1965 Skoda 1202

To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1965 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1965 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1965 Skoda 1202. 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 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Skoda 1202.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 135 1965 Skoda 1202
Make BMW Skoda
Model 135 1202
Year Released 2009 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 1221 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 302 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 84 Nm
Torque RPM 1300 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89.6 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 12.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1415 kg 1105 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1420 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 30 L


 

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