2009 BMW 135 vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1969 Volvo 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 120. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 135 | 120 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |