2007 BMW 328 vs. 1956 Volvo 120
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1956 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo 120.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1956 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 328 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
