2007 BMW 545 vs. 1995 Volvo 960
To start off, 2007 BMW 545 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 545 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1995 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 545 | 1995 Volvo 960 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 545 | 960 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 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 | 1705 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |