2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1962 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1962 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 1962 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | 911 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3823 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 30 L |
