2004 BMW 525 vs. 1966 Volvo 144
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 144. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 144 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 144. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 144. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1966 Volvo 144. 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, 2004 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 144. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 144. 2004 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1966 Volvo 144 has manual transmission. 1966 Volvo 144 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1966 Volvo 144 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 525 | 144 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
