2009 BMW 525 vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 940. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 940 would be higher. At 5,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 940. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 940. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 151 kg more than 1990 Volvo 940. 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 525 (250 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 940. (157 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 940. 2009 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1990 Volvo 940 has manual transmission. 1990 Volvo 940 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 525 | 940 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5495 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
