2005 BMW 330 vs. 1983 Volvo 760
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 760. (156 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1983 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, 2005 BMW 330 (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 760. (234 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1983 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 330 | 760 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
