2009 BMW 650 vs. 1994 Volvo 960
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1994 Volvo 960. 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1994 Volvo 960 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 650 | 960 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2780 mm |