2000 BMW 528 vs. 1961 Volvo 120
To start off, 2000 BMW 528 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 528 (328 HP) has 269 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 120. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 528 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1961 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 528 (279 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 120. (115 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 528 | 1961 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 528 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
