1962 Volvo 220 vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1962 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, 2009 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Volvo 220 | 2009 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | 220 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
