2002 Bentley State Limousine vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2002 Bentley State Limousine is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley State Limousine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (400 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley State Limousine should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley State Limousine weights approximately 2050 kg more than 1975 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, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 678 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley State Limousine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley State Limousine | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Bentley | Volvo |
Model | State Limousine | 240 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 3390 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6230 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3850 mm | 2650 mm |