2009 BMW 120 vs. 1987 Volvo 740
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 740 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 740 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2009 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, 1987 Volvo 740 (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120. 2009 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1987 Volvo 740 has manual transmission. 1987 Volvo 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1987 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 120 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
