2001 BMW 750 vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2001 BMW 750.
Because 2011 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 750 (490 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S80. (440 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 750 | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 750 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2835 mm |
