1968 Volvo 145 vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1968 Volvo 145. 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, 2011 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Volvo 145 | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Volvo | BMW |
Model | 145 | 125 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |