2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1956 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 583 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 815 kg more than 1956 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 SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 706 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1956 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
Model | SLR McLaren | 1200 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |