1977 BMW 732 vs. 1974 Volvo 343
To start off, 1977 BMW 732 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 343 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 124 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 732 weights approximately 597 kg more than 1974 Volvo 343. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 343. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 732 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 732 | 1974 Volvo 343 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 732 | 343 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 943 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |