2008 BMW 130 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 33 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (268 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 130 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 130 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
