2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1983 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda Rapid R 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 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. 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 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 1983 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
| Model | F430 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 47 L |
