1981 BMW 725 vs. 1956 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 1981 BMW 725 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo P 1900.
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, 1981 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo P 1900.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 725 | 1956 Volvo P 1900 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 725 | P 1900 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |