1977 BMW 528 vs. 1979 Volvo 245
To start off, 1979 Volvo 245 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 528 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 245. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 245.
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, 1977 BMW 528 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 245. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 1979 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 528 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
