1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 1981 Skoda L is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1981 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 308 | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
| Model | 308 | L |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
