2006 BMW 645 vs. 1989 Volvo 760
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 760. (163 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 348 kg more than 1989 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, 2006 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 760. (263 Nm @ 3450 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 760. 2006 BMW 645 has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 760 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 760 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 645 | 1989 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 645 | 760 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2314 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2780 mm |
