2009 BMW 335 vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 335 | L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |
