2009 BMW 125 vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (216 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1962 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 125 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
