1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1968 Skoda 1000 MB
To start off, 1968 Skoda 1000 MB is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 598 kg more than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. 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, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1968 Skoda 1000 MB | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | 300 | 1000 MB |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 38 L |
