2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1960 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 3,222 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP) has 152 more horse power than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 995 kg more than 1960 Skoda Felicia. 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 E (501 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 1960 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | E | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3222 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
