1995 BMW M5 vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1961 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | M5 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
