1971 Volvo 164 vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 528 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1971 Volvo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Volvo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 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, 2012 BMW 528 (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Volvo 164 | 2012 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | 164 | 528 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2968 mm |
