1999 BMW 750 vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1999 BMW 750 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 750 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (145 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 638 kg more than 1985 Volvo 780. 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, 1999 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 780. (236 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 780. 1985 Volvo 780 has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 750 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Volvo 780 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 750 | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 750 | 780 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5370 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2780 mm |
