2008 BMW 525 vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 2,494 cc, 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 564 kg more than 1984 Volvo 360.
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, 2008 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 360. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 360. 2008 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1984 Volvo 360 has manual transmission. 1984 Volvo 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 525 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1986 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
