1985 BMW M6 vs. 1980 Volvo 240
To start off, 1985 BMW M6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 3,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 240. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW M6 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1980 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, 1985 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 240. (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW M6 | 1980 Volvo 240 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | M6 | 240 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3451 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |