2005 BMW 645 vs. 1956 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 2005 BMW 645 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 645 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 645 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1956 Volvo P 1900. 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, 2005 BMW 645 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo P 1900.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 645 | 1956 Volvo P 1900 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 645 | P 1900 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |