1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2008 Skoda Praktik

To start off, 2008 Skoda Praktik is newer by 49 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 108 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Praktik. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Praktik weights approximately 635 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.

Because 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Praktik, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Praktik.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 2008 Skoda Praktik
Make Ferrari Skoda
Model 500 Testarossa Praktik
Year Released 1959 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1983 cc 1422 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 19.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 55 L


 

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