2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1963 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 567 kg more than 1963 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1963 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 911 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3588 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 30 L |
