1987 BMW 750 vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, 2001 Volvo S80 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2001 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2001 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 BMW 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 750 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |
