1967 Ferrari 365 California vs. 1956 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1967 Ferrari 365 California is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 California should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 California weights approximately 485 kg more than 1956 Skoda 1200. 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, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (363 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 365 California | 1956 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
| Model | 365 California | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |
