2009 BMW M5 vs. 1956 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 826 kg more than 1956 Skoda 1200. 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M5 | 1956 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | M5 | 1200 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |