1962 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 51 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 543 kg more than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE.
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1962 Mercedes-Benz SE | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | SE | XC60 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2774 mm |