1981 BMW 528 vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 528 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240.
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, 1981 BMW 528 (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 528 | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 528 | 240 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |