2009 BMW 335 vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 760. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1987 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 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 760. (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 335 | 760 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |
