1999 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Volvo S60
To start off, 2010 Volvo S60 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S60 weights approximately 69 kg more than 1999 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 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, 2010 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 2010 Volvo S60 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 330 | S60 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |