1999 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 895 kg more than 1964 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | S | 120 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 356 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
