1988 Volvo 740 vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1988 Volvo 740. 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, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 740. (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 740. 2012 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1988 Volvo 740 has manual transmission. 1988 Volvo 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Volvo 740 | 2012 BMW 730 | |
Make | Volvo | BMW |
Model | 740 | 730 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3070 mm |