1995 BMW 520 vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, 1995 BMW 520 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,315 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 740 (155 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1995 BMW 520. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 520 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Volvo 740 (203 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 520. (190 Nm). This means 1989 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 520 | 1989 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 520 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 203 Nm |
| 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 | 1488 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
