1988 BMW M5 vs. 1989 Volvo 240
To start off, 1989 Volvo 240 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M5 (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 240. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M5 weights approximately 443 kg more than 1989 Volvo 240. 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, 1988 BMW M5 (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M5 | 1989 Volvo 240 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | M5 | 240 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |