2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1955 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1955 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1955 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1820 kg more than 1955 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 1955 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | E | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
