1979 BMW 633 vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 1987 Volvo 760 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 633 (194 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 760. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 633 should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 633 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1987 Volvo 760. 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, 1979 BMW 633 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 760. (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 633 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 633 | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 633 | 760 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |