1952 Skoda 1200 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1952 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1952 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1246 kg more than 1952 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Skoda 1200. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Skoda 1200 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Skoda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1200 | ML |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2913 mm |
