2009 BMW 325 vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 325 | 1800 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |