2001 BMW M vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2001 BMW M and 2001 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2001 Volvo V70. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
Because 2001 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 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 M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo V70. (292 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | M | V70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 66 L |
