2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
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 SL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | SL | 66 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
