1996 BMW 740 vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 14 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 740 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2010 Volvo XC60.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC60. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 740 | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 740 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
