1964 Volvo 120 vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1964 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, 2007 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Volvo 120 | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | 120 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| 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 | 215 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1680 kg |
| 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 | 45 L | 70 L |
