1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1974 Volvo 245
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 245. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1376 kg more than 1974 Volvo 245. 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 245. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1974 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | 600 | 245 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 92 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 | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2650 mm |