2009 BMW 550 vs. 1966 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1966 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1966 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1966 Skoda 1202. 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1966 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 550 | 1202 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |