1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo vs. 1963 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 604 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo weights approximately 940 kg more than 1963 Skoda Felicia. 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, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (815 Nm) has 741 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | 1963 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
| Model | 512 BBi Turbo | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 653 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 815 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
