2005 BMW 545 vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 740. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 545 weights approximately 393 kg more than 1983 Volvo 740. 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 740. (190 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 545 | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 545 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
