1986 BMW M5 vs. 1963 Volvo 120
To start off, 1986 BMW M5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,428 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M5 (218 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1963 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M5 weights approximately 509 kg more than 1963 Volvo 120. 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, 1986 BMW M5 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M5 | 1963 Volvo 120 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | M5 | 120 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3428 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 310 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 58 L |