1973 BMW Touring vs. 2000 Volvo V40
To start off, 2000 Volvo V40 is newer by 27 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo V40 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo V40 weights approximately 365 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, 2000 Volvo V40 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 2000 Volvo V40 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | Touring | V40 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |