1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1970 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1970 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1965 kg more than 1970 Skoda 110 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1970 Skoda 110 L | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
Model | 600 | 110 L |
Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2400 mm |