2001 BMW 325 vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 2001 BMW 325 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 140.
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, 2001 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 325 | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | 140 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
