2006 Maserati Coupe vs. 1968 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Maserati Coupe is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Coupe (390 HP) has 346 more horse power than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 710 kg more than 1968 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, 2006 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati Coupe | 1968 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Maserati | Skoda |
| Model | Coupe | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 30 L |
