1999 BMW Z8 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1999 BMW Z8.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW Z8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1999 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | Z8 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
