2009 BMW 530 vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (216 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 940. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 940. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 940 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
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 530 (480 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 940. (279 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 940.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 530 | 940 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 480 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1410 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 |