2007 BMW 130 vs. 1990 Volvo 780
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 780. (200 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 780.
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 130 (427 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 780. (143 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1990 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 130 | 780 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
