2008 BMW 523 vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 12 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 (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 960 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 BMW 523.
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, 1996 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 523 | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 523 | 960 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 230 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 | 1490 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 |