1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1986 Volvo 740
To start off, 1986 Volvo 740 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1442 kg more than 1986 Volvo 740. 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 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 740. (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1986 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 600 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2772 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2780 mm |
