1997 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 830 kg more than 1959 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
Model | SL | 440 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |