2007 BMW M3 vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1962 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | M3 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
