2005 BMW 325 vs. 1988 Volvo 740
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1988 Volvo 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Volvo 740 (239 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 1988 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1988 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
