1962 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 1979 Volvo 66 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE 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, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | SE | 66 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
