1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1740 kg more than 1969 Volvo 120. 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 120. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | 600 | 120 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2610 mm |