2004 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 47 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 950 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | SL | 440 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
