1983 Volvo 740 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 740. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 353 kg more than 1983 Volvo 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Volvo 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 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, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 740. (190 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Volvo 740 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | 740 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2319 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
