2009 BMW 335 vs. 1984 Volvo 760
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 760. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 760.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Volvo 760 (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1984 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 335 | 760 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2316 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
