1994 BMW 520 vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1994 BMW 520 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 740 (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1994 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 520 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Volvo 740 (260 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 520 | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 520 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
