1996 BMW 523 vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1996 BMW 523 is newer by 13 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 740 (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 BMW 523. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 523 weights approximately 195 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 523. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 523 | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 523 | 740 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |