1969 Ferrari 365 GTS vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS weights approximately 590 kg more than 1959 Skoda 440. 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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (364 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari 365 GTS | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
Model | 365 GTS | 440 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |