1968 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 1987 Volvo 740
To start off, 1987 Volvo 740 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE (169 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 128 kg more than 1987 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 740. (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz SE | 1987 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | SE | 740 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 239 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |