1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 795 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2006 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Octavia |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |