1990 BMW 320 vs. 1970 Volvo 140
To start off, 1990 BMW 320 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 320 (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 140 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 BMW 320.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 BMW 320 (224 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 140. (157 Nm). This means 1990 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 320 | 1970 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 320 | 140 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
