2009 BMW 335 vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1957 Skoda 440. 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 335 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 335 | 440 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |