2004 BMW 330 vs. 1966 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1966 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 398 kg more than 1966 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1966 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 330 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
