2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP) has 315 more horse power than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | E | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
