2007 BMW 525 vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 485 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 525 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
