1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1986 Skoda Rapid R

To start off, 1986 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 27 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) has 176 more horse power than 1986 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 390 kg more than 1986 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Skoda Rapid R.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Ferrari 250 GT 1986 Skoda Rapid R
Make Ferrari Skoda
Model 250 GT Rapid R
Year Released 1959 1986
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2952 cc 1289 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 62 HP
Torque 262 Nm 99 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2850 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 75.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58.8 mm 72 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1240 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4170 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 47 L


 

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