1996 BMW 535 vs. 1996 Volvo 460
To start off, both 1996 BMW 535 and 1996 Volvo 460 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 535 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 460. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 637 kg more than 1996 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 535 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 460, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 BMW 535 (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 460. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 535 | 1996 Volvo 460 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 535 | 460 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |