1968 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 330 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Porsche 911 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 1968 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Porsche 911 | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 911 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
