2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1968 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 397 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 1800. (103 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 885 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 1968 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | Alpina | P 1800 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
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 | 103 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2460 mm |