1992 BMW 325 vs. 1966 Volvo 144
To start off, 1992 BMW 325 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 144. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 144 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 144. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 144. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 325 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1966 Volvo 144. 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, 1992 BMW 325 (245 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 144. (167 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 144.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 325 | 1966 Volvo 144 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | 144 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
