1983 BMW 525 vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 1996 Volvo V90 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V90 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V90 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. 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, 1996 Volvo V90 (261 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (240 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 525 | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 525 | V90 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2691 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |