1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1961 Skoda 1200 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,961 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 620 kg more than 1961 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.
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1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
Model | 410 Superamerica | 1200 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4961 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |