2005 BMW 745 vs. 1997 Volvo V90
To start off, 2005 BMW 745 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo V90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo V90 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1997 Volvo V90. (178 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo V90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 745 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1997 Volvo V90. 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo V90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo V90. 2005 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1997 Volvo V90 has manual transmission. 1997 Volvo V90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 745 | 1997 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 745 | V90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
