2005 BMW 330 vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1968 Volvo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (157 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 330 | 145 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |
