2012 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1975 Volvo 260
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 995 kg more than 1975 Volvo 260. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Volvo 260. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (699 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1975 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | ML | 260 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2141 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1796 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 2660 mm |
