1978 BMW 730 vs. 1992 Volvo 245
To start off, 1992 Volvo 245 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 245. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1992 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, 1978 BMW 730 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 730 | 1992 Volvo 245 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 730 | 245 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |