2009 BMW 650 vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 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 256 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1981 Volvo 240. 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 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 650 | 240 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |