1999 BMW 750 vs. 1964 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1999 BMW 750 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 750 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1964 Volvo P 1800. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 968 kg more than 1964 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 750 (490 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo P 1800. (149 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 750 | 1964 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 750 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5370 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 149 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2460 mm |