2009 BMW 120 vs. 1970 Volvo 140
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 39 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 259 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, 2009 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1970 Volvo 140 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 120 | 140 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |