1992 BMW 332 vs. 1980 Volvo 240
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 12 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 3,152 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 240. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 240 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
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 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 240. (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 332 | 1980 Volvo 240 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 332 | 240 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3152 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 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 |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |