1981 BMW 745 vs. 1977 Volvo 164
To start off, 1981 BMW 745 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 164. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 164.
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 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 164. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 1977 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 745 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3350 mm |
