1996 BMW 730 vs. 1989 Volvo 245
To start off, 1996 BMW 730 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 245 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 80 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 245. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 245.
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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 730 | 1989 Volvo 245 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 730 | 245 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |