1995 BMW 316 vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1995 BMW 316 is newer by 5 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1995 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1995 BMW 316. 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, 1990 Volvo 960 (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 316 | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 316 | 960 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
