2008 BMW 328 vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 850. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 850.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volvo 850 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 328 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
