1981 BMW 725 vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 1981 BMW 725 is newer by 13 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145.
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, 1981 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 725 | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 725 | 145 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |