1998 BMW 318 vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 140.
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, 1998 BMW 318 (169 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 318 | 140 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
