2007 BMW 120 vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 17 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 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 BMW 120.
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, 2007 BMW 120 (200 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (143 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 120 | 960 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
