2009 BMW 330 vs. 1990 Volvo 460
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 460. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 460.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1990 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 330 | 460 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1720 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
