1997 BMW 850 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2013 Volvo S80. 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 1997 BMW 850. 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S80. (441 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 850 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2835 mm |
