2007 BMW 523 vs. 1988 Volvo 245
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 245.
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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 245. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 245. 2007 BMW 523 has automatic transmission and 1988 Volvo 245 has manual transmission. 1988 Volvo 245 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 523 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 523 | 1988 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 523 | 245 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
