2007 BMW 120 vs. 1980 Volvo 240
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 240 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 240 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 BMW 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, 1980 Volvo 240 (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 1980 Volvo 240 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 120 | 240 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |