1998 BMW M vs. 1966 Volvo 120
To start off, 1998 BMW M is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP) has 261 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW M weights approximately 440 kg more than 1966 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 M (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW M | 1966 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | M | 120 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
