1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S vs. 1973 Volvo 164
To start off, 1973 Volvo 164 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 164. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S weights approximately 380 kg more than 1973 Volvo 164. 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, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 164. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | 1973 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 300S | 164 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 58 L |
