1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1981 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda Rapid R 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 688 more horse power than 1981 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F50 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1981 Skoda Rapid R. 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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 1981 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
| Model | F50 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 47 L |
