1975 Volvo 240 vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW X1 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volvo 240 | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | 240 | X1 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
