2003 BMW 325 vs. 1992 Volvo 240
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1992 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1992 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
