2001 BMW 745 vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S80. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 163 kg more than 2012 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 745 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1862 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
