2009 BMW 120 vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 13 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 2,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Volvo 960.
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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 120 | 960 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |