1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 1988 Volvo 760 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (165 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1988 Volvo 760. 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 760. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | 600 | 760 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6332 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2780 mm |