1978 BMW 730 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 35 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1978 BMW 730. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 223 kg more than 1978 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 730. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 730 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 730 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2776 mm |
