1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1979 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
| Model | 400 | L |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 38 L |
