1985 BMW 628 vs. 1997 Volvo S90
To start off, 1997 Volvo S90 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S90. (177 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S90 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1985 BMW 628.
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, 1997 Volvo S90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW 628 | 1997 Volvo S90 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 628 | S90 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |