1989 BMW 518 vs. 1962 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1989 BMW 518 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 518 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 518 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1962 Volvo P 1800. 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, 1989 BMW 518 (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 518 | 1962 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 518 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |