1993 BMW 316 vs. 1969 Volvo 164
To start off, 1993 BMW 316 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo 164 (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 BMW 316. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo 164 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1993 BMW 316. 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, 1969 Volvo 164 (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 316. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1969 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 316 | 1969 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 316 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
