1992 BMW M3 vs. 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8
To start off, 1992 BMW M3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW M3 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. 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, 1992 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW M3 | 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | M3 | PV 544 1.8 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
