1971 BMW Touring vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volvo S80 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | Touring | S80 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |