2009 BMW 135 vs. 1965 Volvo 122
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 122. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 122 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 122. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 122. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 228 kg more than 1965 Volvo 122. 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 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 122. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 122.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 1965 Volvo 122 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 135 | 122 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |