1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 706 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F50 weights approximately 82 kg more than 1978 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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
| Model | F50 | L |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 38 L |
