1965 Volvo 120 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 46 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (194 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 120. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 120.
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, 2011 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Volvo 120 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | 120 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1776 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 194 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
