2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 60 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Because 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Skoda | Ferrari |
| Model | Octavia | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 86 L |
