2008 BMW 328 vs. 1992 Volvo 850
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 850. (167 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 850.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 850. (230 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1992 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 328 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
