1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1952 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1952 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1952 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 680 kg more than 1952 Skoda 1200. 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Skoda 1200. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari 456M | 1952 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
Model | 456M | 1200 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |