1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 1986 Volvo 740
To start off, 1986 Volvo 740 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3.3 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 Volvo 740. 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, 1973 BMW 3.3 (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 740. (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 740. 1973 BMW 3.3 has automatic transmission and 1986 Volvo 740 has manual transmission. 1986 Volvo 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 BMW 3.3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3.3 | 1986 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 3.3 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2780 mm |
