1962 BMW 1800 vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 1984 Volvo 360 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 360 (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 1800 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1984 Volvo 360.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Volvo 360 (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1800 | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 1800 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1771 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1039 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 57 L |
