1999 BMW M28i vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 1999 BMW M28i is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW M28i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M28i (250 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M28i should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M28i weights approximately 308 kg more than 1988 Volvo 760. 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 M28i (355 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 760. (235 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M28i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M28i | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | M28i | 760 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
