2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 448 kg more than 1961 Skoda 1200. 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 F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
| Model | F430 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 30 L |
