1999 BMW 323 vs. 1971 Volvo 145
To start off, 1999 BMW 323 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 145. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 323 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1971 Volvo 145. 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, 1999 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 323 | 1971 Volvo 145 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 323 | 145 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |