1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 1997 Volvo S90
To start off, 1997 Volvo S90 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S90. (177 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S90 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1976 BMW 3.3.
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, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S90. 1976 BMW 3.3 has automatic transmission and 1997 Volvo S90 has manual transmission. 1997 Volvo S90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 BMW 3.3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 3.3 | 1997 Volvo S90 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 3.3 | S90 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |