2009 BMW 740 vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 2009 BMW 740 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 3,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 740 (302 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 740. (129 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 713 kg more than 1983 Volvo 740. 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 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 740. (190 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 740. 2009 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1983 Volvo 740 has manual transmission. 1983 Volvo 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 740 | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 740 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
