1981 BMW 745 vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 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 25 more horse power than 2010 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V50 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1981 BMW 745.
Because 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 745 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |
