2009 BMW 335 vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1959 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 335 (400 Nm @ 400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 335 | 120 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |