2007 BMW 320 vs. 1983 Volvo 760
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 760 (156 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1983 Volvo 760.
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 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 760. (234 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 1983 Volvo 760 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 320 | 760 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |