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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 132 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 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 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 | 2979 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
