1957 Skoda 440 vs. 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 525 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 1554 kg more than 1957 Skoda 440. 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, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost (779 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 705 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440. 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost has automatic transmission and 1957 Skoda 440 has manual transmission. 1957 Skoda 440 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Skoda 440 | 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Skoda | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 440 | Ghost |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3294 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 83 L |
