2009 BMW 650 vs. 1980 Volvo 343
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1980 Volvo 343. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 650 (491 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1980 Volvo 343 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 650 | 343 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |