1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1964 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1964 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1964 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1964 Skoda Felicia. 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 F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 1964 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
| Model | F355 | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 30 L |
