1998 Lexus SC vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 1998 Lexus SC is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus SC weights approximately 539 kg more than 1957 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, 1998 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lexus SC | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Lexus | Skoda |
Model | SC | 440 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |