1988 BMW 535 vs. 1997 Volvo V90
To start off, 1997 Volvo V90 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 535 (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1997 Volvo V90. (178 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo V90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo V90 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1988 BMW 535.
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, 1988 BMW 535 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo V90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo V90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 1997 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 535 | V90 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
