1996 BMW 735 vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 28 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 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 810 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, 1996 BMW 735 (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 735 | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 735 | 120 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |