1957 Volvo 120 vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1957 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1957 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 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, 2013 BMW X6 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Volvo 120 | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | 120 | X6 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2933 mm |
