1992 Ferrari F40 vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 1992 Ferrari F40 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1980 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, 1992 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari F40 | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
| Model | F40 | L |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2934 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 38 L |
