1988 BMW M5 vs. 1992 Volvo 245
To start off, 1992 Volvo 245 is newer by 4 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 195 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 245. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 245.
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 1992 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M5 | 1992 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | M5 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| 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 | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
