2007 BMW 325 vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1988 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, 2007 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 760. (235 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 760. 2007 BMW 325 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 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | 760 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
