2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 1987 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Skoda L would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 476 more horse power than 1987 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1987 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1987 Skoda L. 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, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari 612 | 1987 Skoda L | |
Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
Model | 612 | L |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 533 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 885 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 |