1996 Volvo V90 vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V90 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V90 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4. 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, 1996 Volvo V90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4. 2006 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1996 Volvo V90 has manual transmission. 1996 Volvo V90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volvo V90 | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | V90 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
