2008 BMW X3 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 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 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | X3 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
