1981 Volvo 240 vs. 2007 BMW 535
To start off, 2007 BMW 535 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240.
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, 2007 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Volvo 240 | 2007 BMW 535 | |
Make | Volvo | BMW |
Model | 240 | 535 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2127 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |