2007 BMW 750 vs. 1987 Volvo 740
To start off, 2007 BMW 750 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 723 kg more than 1987 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, 2007 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 740. (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 740. 2007 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1987 Volvo 740 has manual transmission. 1987 Volvo 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 750 | 1987 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 750 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2780 mm |
