1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1996 Volvo 460
To start off, 1996 Volvo 460 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 460. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 405 kg more than 1996 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 460, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 460. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1996 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | SC | 460 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |