1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1997 Volvo S40
To start off, 1997 Volvo S40 is newer by 29 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, 1997 Volvo S40 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S40 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1997 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 1600 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
