2005 BMW 730 vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 809 kg more than 1965 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 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 730 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
