2003 BMW 520 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 28 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 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 520 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2170 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
