2008 BMW 330 vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1969 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 330 (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 120. (158 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 330 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
