2001 BMW 740 vs. 1965 Volvo 120
To start off, 2001 BMW 740 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 740 (317 HP) has 250 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 740 weights approximately 772 kg more than 1965 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, 2001 BMW 740 (410 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 120. (144 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 740 | 1965 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 740 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
