1999 BMW M5 vs. 1999 Volvo C70
To start off, both 1999 BMW M5 and 1999 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,900 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M5 (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1999 Volvo C70. (161 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M5 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW M5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volvo C70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 BMW M5 (499 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo C70. (230 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo C70. 1999 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M5 | 1999 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | M5 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4900 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
