2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1961 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1961 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 SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 748 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1961 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | SL | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 830 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2045 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 30 L |
