1986 BMW 325 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1986 BMW 325 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 325 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 240 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 BMW 325 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 325 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 325 | 240 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |