1999 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1965 Volvo 120
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP) has 235 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 844 kg more than 1965 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 (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | 1965 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | S | 120 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
