1998 BMW M vs. 1994 Volvo 960
To start off, 1998 BMW M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 960 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 BMW M.
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 M (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 1998 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW M | 1994 Volvo 960 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | M | 960 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |