2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1958 Skoda 440
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1958 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1958 Skoda 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Skoda 440. (74 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1958 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 911 | 440 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |
