2009 BMW 330 vs. 1989 Volvo 760
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 760. (163 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 43 kg more than 1989 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, 2009 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 760. (263 Nm @ 3450 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 1989 Volvo 760 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 330 | 760 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2314 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3450 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1462 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |