1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 1979 Volvo 66 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (105 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 66.
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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | SC | 66 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |