1964 Volvo P 1800 vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1964 Volvo P 1800. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1964 Volvo P 1800. 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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo P 1800. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Volvo P 1800 | 2010 BMW 550 | |
Make | Volvo | BMW |
Model | P 1800 | 550 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |