2009 BMW 330 vs. 1990 Volvo 960
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 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,996 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (187 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1990 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, 2009 BMW 330 (315 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (263 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 330 | 960 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1986 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
