2007 BMW 550 vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 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 2,497 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 160 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 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 550 | 960 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |