1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1974 Skoda S 110 R
To start off, 1974 Skoda S 110 R is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 (109 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1974 Skoda S 110 R. (51 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Skoda S 110 R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1974 Skoda S 110 R. 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Skoda S 110 R. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Skoda S 110 R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1974 Skoda S 110 R | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | 300 | S 110 R |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 19.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 31 L |
