1996 BMW M3 vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 442 kg more than 1972 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 M3 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW M3 | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | M3 | 1800 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |