2009 BMW 523 vs. 1990 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 523 (175 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 523 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 523 | 1990 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 523 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
