1978 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S (157 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 395 kg more than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz S | 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | S | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 58 L |
