1965 Volvo 120 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 120. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 120.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Volvo 120 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Volvo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 120 | SL |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1776 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
