2007 BMW 323 vs. 1970 Volvo 164
To start off, 2007 BMW 323 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 323 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1970 Volvo 164. 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, 2007 BMW 323 (231 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 1970 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 323 | 164 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2978 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
