1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 1980 Skoda L is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1625 kg more than 1980 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | 600 | L |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 112 L | 38 L |
