1990 BMW M3 vs. 1963 Volvo 120
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 27 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 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (234 HP) has 167 more horse power than 1963 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW M3 weights approximately 250 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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo 120. (144 Nm). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1963 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | M3 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
