1962 BMW 700 vs. 1991 Volvo 245
To start off, 1991 Volvo 245 is newer by 29 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 245 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700.
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, 1991 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1991 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 700 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2660 mm |
