1960 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1960 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia, 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, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 250 GT | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
| Model | 250 GT | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
