1974 BMW Touring vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Volvo 850 is newer by 22 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 850 (124 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 850 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1974 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, 1996 Volvo 850 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | Touring | 850 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |