1998 BMW 328 vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1998 BMW 328 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 328 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 740. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 328 weights approximately 358 kg more than 1983 Volvo 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 BMW 328 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 740. (190 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 328 | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 328 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
