1983 BMW 325 vs. 1973 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1983 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 325 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1983 BMW 325.
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, 1983 BMW 325 (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 1800. (154 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 325 | 1973 Volvo 1800 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 325 | 1800 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |