1986 BMW M3 vs. 1967 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1986 BMW M3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M3 (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M3 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1967 Skoda Octavia. 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, 1986 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M3 | 1967 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | M3 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2400 mm |