2008 BMW 525 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 525 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| 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 | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
