2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 780 kg more than 1969 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 CLS (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 120. (158 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | CLS | 120 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4965 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 45 L |
