2005 BMW 330 vs. 1990 Volvo 460
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 460. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1990 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 460. (175 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1990 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 330 | 460 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
