1999 Volvo V70 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Volvo V70. (236 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 195 kg more than 1999 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 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 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo V70. (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volvo V70 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | V70 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2318 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
