2004 BMW 545 vs. 1969 Volvo 164
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1969 Volvo 164. 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 545 | 1969 Volvo 164 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 545 | 164 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |