1990 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1997 Skoda Octavia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 412 GT 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 217 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 620 kg more than 1997 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ferrari 412 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 412 GT | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
| Model | 412 GT | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
