1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1960 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1960 Skoda 1200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1960 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1960 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1960 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | 300 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 38 L |
