2008 BMW 335 vs. 1964 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1964 Volvo P 1800. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1964 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo P 1800. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 335 | 1964 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 335 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |