1999 Volvo C70 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1999 Volvo C70. (165 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 625 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 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 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 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo C70. (220 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volvo C70 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | C70 | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4896 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
