2007 BMW 130 vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 33 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 244. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 244 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2007 BMW 130.
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, 2007 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 244. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 244. 1974 Volvo 244 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 130 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Volvo 244 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 130 | 244 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2125 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
