2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 6,207 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1976 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 66. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1976 Volvo 66 has manual transmission. 1976 Volvo 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | CLS | 66 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6207 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 507 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |