2009 BMW 120 vs. 1998 Volvo S90
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S90 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S90 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S90 weights approximately 246 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. 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, 2009 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S90. 2009 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1998 Volvo S90 has manual transmission. 1998 Volvo S90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1998 Volvo S90 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 120 | S90 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |