1987 BMW 320 vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 320 (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 332 kg more than 1987 BMW 320.
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, 1987 BMW 320 (210 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (143 Nm). This means 1987 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 320 | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 320 | 960 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 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 |
