1968 Volvo 120 vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (318 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1968 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW 640 (450 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Volvo 120 | 2012 BMW 640 | |
Make | Volvo | BMW |
Model | 120 | 640 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1777 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5007 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |