2002 BMW 740 vs. 1996 Volvo S90
To start off, 2002 BMW 740 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo S90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo S90 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Volvo S90. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo S90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 740 weights approximately 431 kg more than 1996 Volvo S90. 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, 2002 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo S90. (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo S90.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 740 | 1996 Volvo S90 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 740 | S90 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |