2003 BMW 645 vs. 1956 Volvo 120
To start off, 2003 BMW 645 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1956 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 645 weights approximately 703 kg more than 1956 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, 2003 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 645 | 1956 Volvo 120 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 645 | 120 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |