1998 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 37 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 796 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | S | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 30 L |
