1998 BMW 323 vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 323 (170 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 537 kg more than 1968 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, 1998 BMW 323 (246 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (144 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 323 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
