2009 BMW 335 vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 850. (209 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 850.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 335 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
