1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | SC | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
