2009 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1972 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 110 L. (45 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 2025 kg more than 1972 Skoda 110 L. 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 SL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1972 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | SL | 110 L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 31 L |
