2004 BMW 535 vs. 1971 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2004 BMW 535 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1971 Volvo P 1800. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1971 Volvo P 1800. 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, 2004 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo P 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 535 | 1971 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 535 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |