2005 BMW 530 vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1983 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 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 530 | 240 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |