1978 BMW 725 vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1978 BMW 725 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800.
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, 1978 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 725 | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 725 | 1800 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |