1957 BMW 600 vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 BMW 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 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, 2007 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 600 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2770 mm |
