2008 BMW 325 vs. 1960 Volvo 120
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1960 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1960 Volvo 120. 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 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo 120. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1960 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
