2005 BMW 520 vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 2005 BMW 520 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 520 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 520 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1982 Volvo 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 520 | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 520 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
