1997 BMW M3 vs. 1995 Volvo 960
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 960 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1997 BMW M3.
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, 1997 BMW M3 (236 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 960. (233 Nm). This means 1997 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW M3 | 1995 Volvo 960 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | M3 | 960 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 233 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |