1958 BMW 503 vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 BMW 503 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1958 BMW 503.
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, 1958 BMW 503 (222 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (143 Nm). This means 1958 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 503 | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 503 | 960 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
