2006 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP) has 426 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 735 kg more than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. 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 S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | S | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
