1996 BMW 740 vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 740 weights approximately 308 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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 740 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (351 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 740 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 740 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 62 L |
