1953 Skoda 1200 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 60 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 517 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1430 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.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (649 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Skoda 1200 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Skoda | Bentley |
Model | 1200 | Continental |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | FlexFuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3065 mm |