2004 BMW 325 vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (187 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. 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, 1990 Volvo 960 (263 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (222 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | 960 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
