1988 BMW M5 vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M5 (311 HP) has 94 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1988 BMW M5.
Because 2011 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M5. (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M5. 2011 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 BMW M5 | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | M5 | S80 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 360 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2776 mm |