2001 BMW 745 vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 946 kg more than 1984 Volvo 360. 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 360. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 360. 2001 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1984 Volvo 360 has manual transmission. 1984 Volvo 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 745 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1039 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 57 L |
