1989 Volvo 760 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 760. (163 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 673 kg more than 1989 Volvo 760. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Volvo 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 760. (263 Nm @ 3450 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 760. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 760 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 760 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Volvo 760 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | 760 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2314 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3450 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3070 mm |
