1984 BMW 725 vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1984 BMW 725 is newer by 3 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (111 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 725 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, 1984 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW 725 | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 725 | 240 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2314 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |