1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3.3. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 312 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 BMW 3.3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3.3. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3.3 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 3.3 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2776 mm |
