1959 BMW 600 vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 1962 Volvo 220 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Volvo 220 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volvo 220 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1959 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 600 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2610 mm |
