2009 BMW M3 vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200.
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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | M3 | 1200 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |