2009 BMW M5 vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 736 kg more than 1982 Volvo 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M5 | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | M5 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
