1968 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB weights approximately 187 kg more than 1961 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
Model | 365 GTB | 1200 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 347 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 30 L |