2005 BMW 750 vs. 1962 Volvo 120
To start off, 2005 BMW 750 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 750 (362 HP) has 295 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 750 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1962 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 750 | 1962 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 750 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
