1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 1974 Volvo 244 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 244. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 9 kg more than 1974 Volvo 244. 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, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 244. (170 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 300 | 244 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
