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 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 316 (113 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 760. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 760 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 BMW 316.
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 (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 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 | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1390 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 |
