2009 BMW 650 vs. 1960 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP) has 313 more horse power than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1960 Skoda Felicia. 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1960 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 650 | Felicia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 490 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |