2006 BMW 650 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 650 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 650 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2650 mm |
