2007 BMW 523 vs. 1988 Volvo 740
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 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1988 Volvo 740. 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, 1988 Volvo 740 (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 523 | 1988 Volvo 740 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 523 | 740 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 239 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |