1968 BMW 2000 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 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2000 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2000 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S40 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1968 BMW 2000.
Because 1968 BMW 2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 BMW 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 BMW 2000 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2000 | 1997 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 2000 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
