1990 Volvo 960 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2010 BMW 120.
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, 2010 BMW 120 (350 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (143 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Volvo 960 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | 960 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2383 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
