1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S80. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | W 111 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
