2000 BMW 528 vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, 2000 BMW 528 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 528 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 740. (116 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 528 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1989 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, 2000 BMW 528 (279 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 740. (194 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 740. 2000 BMW 528 has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 740 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 528 | 1989 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 528 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
