1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S vs. 1981 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1981 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1981 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S weights approximately 668 kg more than 1981 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, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | 1981 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | 300S | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 47 L |
