1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1762 kg more than 1964 Volvo 120. 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 600 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2772 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
