1996 BMW 840 vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V70. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V70. (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 840 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
