1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (98 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 141 kg more than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 220 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
