1990 BMW M3 vs. 1997 Volvo S90
To start off, 1997 Volvo S90 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (234 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S90. (177 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S90 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
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) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm). This means 1997 Volvo S90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1997 Volvo S90 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | M3 | S90 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
