1981 BMW 745 vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1981 BMW 745 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1964 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 745 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
