1990 Volvo 940 vs. 2006 BMW 535
To start off, 2006 BMW 535 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 940. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 940 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 940. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 940. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 535 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1990 Volvo 940. 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, 2006 BMW 535 (560 Nm) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 940. (157 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 940. 2006 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1990 Volvo 940 has manual transmission. 1990 Volvo 940 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Volvo 940 | 2006 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | 940 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2890 mm |
