2007 BMW 120 vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 760 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2007 BMW 120.
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, 2007 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 760. (235 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 760. 2007 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1988 Volvo 760 has manual transmission. 1988 Volvo 760 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 120 | 760 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |