1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1957 Volvo 120
To start off, 1957 Volvo 120 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1957 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo 120.
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, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1957 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 220 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
