2000 BMW 323 vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (170 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 760. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1987 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, 2000 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 760. (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 323 | 760 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
