1984 BMW M6 vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC60. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 388 kg more than 1984 BMW M6.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW M6. 2010 Volvo XC60 has automatic transmission and 1984 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 1984 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW M6 | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | M6 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
