1971 BMW Touring vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, 2008 Volvo S40 is newer by 37 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S40 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volvo S40 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | Touring | S40 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
