2005 BMW 748 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2005 BMW 748 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 748 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 748 (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 748 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 748 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 748 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2650 mm |
