1990 Porsche 928 vs. 1956 Skoda 440
To start off, 1990 Porsche 928 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1956 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 Porsche 928 (430 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Porsche 928 | 1956 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Porsche | Skoda |
Model | 928 | 440 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4957 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |