1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1990 Skoda L
To start off, 1990 Skoda L is newer by 25 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 190 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1565 kg more than 1990 Skoda L. 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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 1990 Skoda L has manual transmission. 1990 Skoda L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1990 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | 600 | L |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 885 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 |
