2007 BMW 335 vs. 1978 Volvo 343
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 343.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 343. (109 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 343. 1978 Volvo 343 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Volvo 343 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1978 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 335 | 343 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
