1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 1980 Volvo 265 is newer by 29 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
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, 1980 Volvo 265 (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. 1980 Volvo 265 has automatic transmission and 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Volvo 265 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 220 | 265 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
