1961 Volvo 220 vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1961 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Volvo 220 | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | 220 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1859 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2969 mm |
