2007 BMW 330 vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 Volvo 960. 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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 330 | 960 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 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 |