2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1956 Volvo 120
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1956 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 535 kg more than 1956 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1956 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | C | 120 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
