1974 BMW Touring vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 1988 Volvo 440 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW Touring weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 Volvo 440.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Volvo 440 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | Touring | 440 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |