2008 BMW 528 vs. 1983 Volvo 760
To start off, 2008 BMW 528 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 760. (156 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 528 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1983 Volvo 760. 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, 2008 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 760. (234 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 528 | 1983 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 528 | 760 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
