1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1984 Volvo 760
To start off, 1984 Volvo 760 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 760 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 760 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. 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, 1984 Volvo 760 (258 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 1984 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 1984 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | Turbo | 760 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
