1996 BMW 740 vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 17 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, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 740 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2013 Volvo X670.
Because 2013 Volvo X670 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, 2013 Volvo X670 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, 2013 Volvo X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 740. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 740 | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 740 | X670 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2815 mm |
