2006 BMW 525 vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 525 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1778 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
