2001 BMW 318 vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 14 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 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 318 (141 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 760. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 38 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, 1987 Volvo 760 (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 318 | 760 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 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 |
