1996 BMW 730 vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 1996 BMW 730 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 360. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 730 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1984 Volvo 360. 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, 1996 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 360. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 730 | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 730 | 360 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |