2007 BMW 130 vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 130 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1964 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, 2007 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 130 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
