1995 BMW M3 vs. 1992 Volvo 850
To start off, 1995 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 850. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M3 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1992 Volvo 850. 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 M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 850. (221 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M3 | 1992 Volvo 850 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | M3 | 850 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2988 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |