1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1037 kg more than 2002 Volvo V70.
Because 2002 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo V70. (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 600 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
