2007 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 960 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
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 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 325 | 960 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |