1987 BMW 730 vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 1996 Volvo 960 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 730 weights approximately 102 kg more than 1996 Volvo 960. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 730 | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 730 | 960 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |