1990 BMW 730 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1990 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 730 weights approximately 121 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 730 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 730 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
