1988 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1988 BMW M3. (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 629 kg more than 1988 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M3 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | M3 | S80 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2303 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2835 mm |