2009 BMW 523 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 34 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 523 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 523 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
