1965 Volvo 120 vs. 2008 BMW 630
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (254 HP) has 187 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 120. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 630 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1965 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, 2008 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Volvo 120 | 2008 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | 120 | 630 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1776 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 254 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
