2009 BMW 116 vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1964 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, 2009 BMW 116 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 116 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
