1994 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1961 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 485 kg more than 1961 Skoda Octavia. 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, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F512 M | 1961 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
| Model | F512 M | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 30 L |
