1991 BMW M12 vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 740. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 740.
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, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 740. (203 Nm). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 1989 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | M12 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |
