2002 Bentley State Limousine vs. 1965 Volvo 122
To start off, 2002 Bentley State Limousine is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 122. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 122 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley State Limousine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (400 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 122. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley State Limousine should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 122. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley State Limousine weights approximately 2298 kg more than 1965 Volvo 122. 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, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 695 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 122. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley State Limousine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 122. 2002 Bentley State Limousine has automatic transmission and 1965 Volvo 122 has manual transmission. 1965 Volvo 122 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley State Limousine will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley State Limousine | 1965 Volvo 122 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | State Limousine | 122 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3390 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6230 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3850 mm | 2610 mm |
