2007 BMW 535 vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 2007 BMW 535 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 535 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1964 Volvo 120. 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 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 535 | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 535 | 120 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |