1959 BMW 600 vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 49 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (200 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 932 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.
Because 1959 BMW 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (240 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 600 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2760 mm |
