2001 BMW X5 vs. 1968 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 1800. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1968 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 BMW X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1968 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | X5 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
