1999 BMW 328 vs. 1967 Volvo 120
To start off, 1999 BMW 328 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 328 (193 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1967 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 328 weights approximately 468 kg more than 1967 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, 1999 BMW 328 (279 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 328 | 1967 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 328 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
