1999 BMW 330 vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 38 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 685 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 330 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
