1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 58 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | 300 | S60 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Top Speed | 217 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 | 1293 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2776 mm |