2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 44 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 880 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 716 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | CL | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 30 L |
