1977 BMW 732 vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 1977 BMW 732 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 732 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 732 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1968 Volvo 145. 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, 1977 BMW 732 (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 732 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 732 | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 732 | 145 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |