1992 BMW 740 vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1992 BMW 740 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1968 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 740 | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 740 | 120 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |