1988 BMW 524 vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 1988 BMW 524 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 524 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 760 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 524 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Volvo 760 (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 524 | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 524 | 760 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |