1994 BMW 750 vs. 1996 Volvo 460
To start off, 1996 Volvo 460 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 460. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 750 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1996 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 BMW 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 460, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 460. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 750 | 1996 Volvo 460 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 750 | 460 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |