2009 BMW 530 vs. 1991 Volvo 245
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1991 Volvo 245. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1991 Volvo 245.
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 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1991 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 530 | 245 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
