1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 1956 Skoda 440
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 813 kg more than 1956 Skoda 440. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 440. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 has automatic transmission and 1956 Skoda 440 has manual transmission. 1956 Skoda 440 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 1956 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | 560 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
