2009 BMW M6 vs. 1992 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1992 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 428 kg more than 1992 Skoda Rapid R. 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 1992 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | M6 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
