2006 BMW 530 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 31 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 530 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
