1996 Volvo 960 vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1996 Volvo 960. 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, 2011 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Volvo 960 | 2011 BMW 328 | |
Make | Volvo | BMW |
Model | 960 | 328 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2472 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2761 mm |