2009 BMW 550 vs. 1990 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L.
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 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1990 Skoda L | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 550 | L |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1221 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |