1993 BMW 856 vs. 1989 Volvo 240
To start off, 1993 BMW 856 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 240. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 856 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1989 Volvo 240. 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, 1993 BMW 856 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 856 | 1989 Volvo 240 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 856 | 240 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5576 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |