2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1964 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP) has 356 more horse power than 1964 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1964 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 314 kg more than 1964 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 1964 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
| Model | 360 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 30 L |
