2009 BMW 320 vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (187 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. 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 320 (330 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (263 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 320 | 960 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 263 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |