1996 BMW 745 vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 745 (283 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 745 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 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 745 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 745 | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 745 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
