1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 40 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (220 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 560 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (312 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (84 Nm). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | CLK | 440 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
