1987 Porsche 911 vs. 1952 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1987 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1952 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1952 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 911 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1952 Skoda 1200. 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, 1987 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Skoda 1200. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Porsche 911 | 1952 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Porsche | Skoda |
Model | 911 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2690 mm |