1973 BMW Touring vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1997 Volvo S70 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (162 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1973 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, 1997 Volvo S70 (221 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | Touring | S70 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |