1969 Volvo P 1800 vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 1800. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1969 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 1800. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Volvo P 1800 | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | P 1800 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |
