2009 BMW 318 vs. 1976 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 33 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1976 Skoda 110 L. (45 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1976 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 590 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, 2009 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 318 | 1976 Skoda 110 L | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 318 | 110 L |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 31 L |