2008 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1965 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1965 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1965 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1965 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | 1965 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | S | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 30 L |
