2005 BMW X5 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | X5 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
