1999 BMW 730 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1999 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 172 kg more than 1999 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 730. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 730 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 730 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1746 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2774 mm |
