2006 BMW 760 vs. 1966 Volvo 120
To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP) has 372 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1966 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 760 | 1966 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 760 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
