2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 48 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 605 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | C | 440 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
