1971 BMW Touring vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 41 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 2,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | Touring | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2815 mm |
