2000 BMW 323 vs. 1972 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1972 Volvo P 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1972 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, 2000 BMW 323 (245 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo P 1800. (153 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 1972 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 323 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
