2007 BMW 550 vs. 1963 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1963 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 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 1963 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 550 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |