2009 BMW 316 vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 2009 BMW 316 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 760 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 316 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1987 Volvo 760.
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, 1987 Volvo 760 (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 316 | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 316 | 760 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
