1966 Volvo P 1800 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1966 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 828 kg more than 1966 Volvo P 1800. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Volvo P 1800 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Volvo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | P 1800 | E |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2015 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1402 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
