1971 BMW Touring vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 38 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 4,412 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | Touring | S80 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4412 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
