1996 BMW 325 vs. 1973 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1996 BMW 325 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 325 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 325 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1973 Volvo 1800. 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, 1996 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 1800. (154 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 325 | 1973 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
