2009 BMW 530 vs. 1983 Volvo 760
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 760. (156 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 760 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
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 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 760. (234 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1983 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 530 | 760 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
