2008 BMW 328 vs. 1993 Volvo 440
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 440 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 113 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 440. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 440.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 440. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1993 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 328 | 440 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
