1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 44 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (248 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC70. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 890 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC70. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 600 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
