1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 1968 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP) has 351 more horse power than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO weights approximately 255 kg more than 1968 Skoda Octavia. 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, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 1968 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
| Model | 288 GTO | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 30 L |
