1995 BMW M5 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC60. (321 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 193 kg more than 1995 BMW M5.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | M5 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2774 mm |
