1993 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1959 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1959 Skoda Octavia. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz S | 1959 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | S | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
