2006 BMW 330 vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1972 Volvo 1800. 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, 2006 BMW 330 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 330 | 1800 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
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 | 225 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |