1984 Volvo 760 vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 760 (153 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 116 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1984 Volvo 760.
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, 2011 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 760. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Volvo 760 | 2011 BMW 116 | |
Make | Volvo | BMW |
Model | 760 | 116 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |