2005 BMW 740 vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1964 Volvo 120. 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 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 740 | 120 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |