2000 BMW X5 vs. 1970 Volvo 140
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 704 kg more than 1970 Volvo 140. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volvo 140. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 1970 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | X5 | 140 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
