2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Skoda L would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 497 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1980 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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari 612 | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
| Model | 612 | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 38 L |
