1961 BMW 700 vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1981 Volvo 240 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700.
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, 1981 Volvo 240 (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 BMW 700 | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 700 | 240 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2660 mm |