1970 Volvo 145 vs. 2012 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 BMW 330 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 145.
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, 2012 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Volvo 145 | 2012 BMW 330 | |
Make | Volvo | BMW |
Model | 145 | 330 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |