2007 BMW 325 vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 140. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 140.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 140. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | 140 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
