1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (604 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 560 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR weights approximately 255 kg more than 1961 Skoda 1200. 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (770 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 686 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | CLK GTR | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6898 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 770 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
