1996 BMW 725 vs. 1988 Volvo 740
To start off, 1996 BMW 725 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 740 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 BMW 725. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 725. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1988 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, 1996 BMW 725 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 740. (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 725 | 1988 Volvo 740 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 725 | 740 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 239 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2780 mm |