1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 452 kg more than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (112 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 170S | S60 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2776 mm |
