1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1982 Volvo 265
To start off, 1982 Volvo 265 is newer by 24 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 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 265 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 265 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. 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, 1982 Volvo 265 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1982 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | SC | 265 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
