1973 Volvo 1800 vs. 2000 BMW 730
To start off, 2000 BMW 730 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 730 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1973 Volvo 1800. 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, 2000 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 1800. (154 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Volvo 1800 | 2000 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | 1800 | 730 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2950 mm |
