1953 Skoda 1200 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1076 kg more than 1953 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Skoda 1200 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Skoda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 1200 | CL |
Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5065 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2954 mm |