1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1991 Volvo 240
To start off, 1991 Volvo 240 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1991 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volvo 240 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1991 Volvo 240 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 1600 | 240 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |