1997 Volvo S70 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo S70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo S70 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S70. (162 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 777 kg more than 1997 Volvo S70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volvo S70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (221 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volvo S70 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | S70 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5074 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
