2000 BMW 750 vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 2000 BMW 750 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo S70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo S70 would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 750 (387 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S70. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2000 BMW 750.
Because 2000 BMW 750 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 2000 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70, 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, 2000 BMW 750 (759 Nm) has 588 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (171 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 750 | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 750 | S70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 387 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
