2006 BMW 650 vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 244. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 650 weights approximately 326 kg more than 1974 Volvo 244. 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 244. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 650 | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 650 | 244 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
