2009 BMW M3 vs. 1967 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo P 1800.
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 M3 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1967 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | M3 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |