1999 BMW M5 vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1999 BMW M5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 4,900 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M5 (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M5 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1965 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 M5 (499 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M5 | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | M5 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4900 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
