2009 BMW 745 vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1964 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 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 745 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
