2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 502 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 578 kg more than 1972 Volvo 1800. 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 SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | SLR McLaren | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 617 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
