1983 BMW 316 vs. 1961 Volvo P 1800
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 P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Volvo P 1800 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1961 Volvo P 1800 (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Volvo P 1800 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 P 1800 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 316 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |