2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1967 Volvo 120
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 411 more horse power than 1967 Volvo 120. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 961 kg more than 1967 Volvo 120. 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 Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo 120. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1967 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | Alpina | 120 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
