2007 BMW 330 vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1968 Volvo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 330 | 145 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 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 | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |