2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1976 Volvo 260
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (229 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 260. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 220 kg more than 1976 Volvo 260. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 1976 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | E | 260 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
