1998 BMW 730 vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1998 BMW 730 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1982 Volvo 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 730 | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 730 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |
