2005 BMW 530 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 30 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 250 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, 2005 BMW 530 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 530 | 240 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |