1999 BMW 318 vs. 1961 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 318 weights approximately 308 kg more than 1961 Volvo P 1800. 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, 1999 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 318 | 1961 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 318 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |