1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1963 Volvo 120
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1963 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 598 kg more than 1963 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1963 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 500 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
