1990 BMW M3 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 15 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | M3 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |
