1990 BMW 316 vs. 1965 Volvo 122

To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 122. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 122 would be higher. At 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volvo 122 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 122. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 122. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo 122 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1990 BMW 316.

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, 1990 BMW 316 (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 122. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 122.

Compare all specifications:

1990 BMW 316 1965 Volvo 122
Make BMW Volvo
Model 316 122
Year Released 1990 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 1782 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 8.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1092 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2610 mm


 

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