2000 BMW 325 vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (111 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 325 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1981 Volvo 240. 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, 2000 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240. 2000 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1981 Volvo 240 has manual transmission. 1981 Volvo 240 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 325 | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 325 | 240 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2314 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |