2008 BMW 318 vs. 1960 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 318 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1960 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, 2008 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 1960 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 318 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
