1977 BMW 528 vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1982 Volvo 360 is newer by 5 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 77 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 528 weights approximately 316 kg more than 1982 Volvo 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 BMW 528 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 528 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
