1963 Volvo 120 vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 49 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP) has 248 more horse power than 1963 Volvo 120. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1963 Volvo 120. 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, 2012 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Volvo 120 | 2012 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | 120 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 315 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 82 L |
