1997 BMW M3 vs. 1983 Volvo 760
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 760. (156 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 760 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1997 BMW M3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 BMW M3 (236 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 760. (234 Nm). This means 1997 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW M3 | 1983 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | M3 | 760 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
