2005 BMW 530 vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1964 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 530 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
