1983 BMW 316 vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 1983 BMW 316 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 316 (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volvo 220 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1983 BMW 316.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 316 | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 316 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1765 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
