1995 BMW 330 vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (165 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1988 Volvo 760. 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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 760. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 760. 1988 Volvo 760 has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Volvo 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 330 | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 330 | 760 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |