1964 Volvo 120 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 49 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP) has 372 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1040 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.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Volvo 120 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | 120 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 439 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
