1985 BMW 324 vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1985 BMW 324. 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, 1985 BMW 324 (152 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (143 Nm). This means 1985 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 324 | 960 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
