1992 BMW 850 vs. 1989 Volvo 245
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 245. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 1992 BMW 850 (447 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 245. (157 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1989 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 850 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
