1980 BMW M5 vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 1988 Volvo 760 is newer by 8 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 104 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 760 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1980 BMW M5.
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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 760. (235 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW M5 | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | M5 | 760 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1391 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2780 mm |