2009 BMW 530 vs. 1990 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 760 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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. 2009 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1990 Skoda Rapid R has manual transmission. 1990 Skoda Rapid R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1990 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 530 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4170 mm |
| 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 |
