1990 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 955 kg more than 1959 Skoda 440. 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, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari 412 GT | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
Model | 412 GT | 440 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |