1989 BMW 850 vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2010 Volvo C30. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 850 weights approximately 336 kg more than 2010 Volvo C30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 BMW 850 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 1989 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30, 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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 850 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
