1962 BMW 700 vs. 1971 Volvo 145
To start off, 1971 Volvo 145 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volvo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volvo 145 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volvo 145 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volvo 145 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Volvo 145 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Volvo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1971 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 700 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2620 mm |
