2007 BMW 523 vs. 1968 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 1800. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1968 Volvo P 1800. 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 523 | 1968 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 523 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |