2000 BMW 730 vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 2000 BMW 730 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 740. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 730 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1983 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 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 740. (260 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 730 | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 730 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
