2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 870 kg more than 1959 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 E (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | E | 120 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
