2006 BMW 745 vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 2006 BMW 745 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1969 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, 2006 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 120. (158 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 745 | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 745 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
