2007 BMW 330 vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1961 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 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 330 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
