1995 BMW 330 vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 5 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 940. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 940. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 21 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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 940. (157 Nm). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 940.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 330 | 940 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
