2007 BMW 325 vs. 1970 Volvo 140
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 37 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 179 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.
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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 140. (157 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1970 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | 140 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
