1963 Volvo 120 vs. 2006 BMW 523
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 523 (175 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1963 Volvo 120. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo 120.
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, 2006 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Volvo 120 | 2006 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | 120 | 523 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
