2009 BMW 320 vs. 1983 Volvo 760
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 26 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 760. (156 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 151 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, 1983 Volvo 760 (234 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1983 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 320 | 760 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
