2007 BMW 335 vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 335 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
