1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | W 111 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
