2000 BMW 325 vs. 1971 Volvo 140
To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 325 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1971 Volvo 140. 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, 2000 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 325 | 1971 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | 140 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
