1980 BMW M5 vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M5 weights approximately 81 kg more than 1983 Volvo 240. 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, 1980 BMW M5 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M5 | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | M5 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1391 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
