2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 25 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 459 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
| Model | 360 | L |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 38 L |
