2008 BMW M6 vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 740. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 733 kg more than 1983 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, 2008 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 740. (190 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M6 | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | M6 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
