1998 BMW M vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 1998 BMW M is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 740. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW M weights approximately 135 kg more than 1984 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 M (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 740. (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW M | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | M | 740 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
