2000 BMW 325 vs. 1962 Volvo 120
To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (201 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 325 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1962 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, 2000 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 325 | 1962 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
