1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 415 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
| Model | 250 GT | L |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 38 L |
