1998 BMW 323 vs. 1995 Volvo 960
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 3 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 323 (169 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 960 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 BMW 323.
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, 1998 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 323 | 1995 Volvo 960 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 323 | 960 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |