2009 BMW 330 vs. 1990 Volvo 780
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 780. (200 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1990 Volvo 780. 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 (500 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 780. (143 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1990 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 330 | 780 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
