1983 Volvo 240 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1983 Volvo 240. 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Volvo 240 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | 240 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2127 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
