1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 627 kg more than 1978 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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
| Model | 512 BB | L |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1046 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 38 L |
