2006 BMW 530 vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1961 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, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 530 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
