2001 Volvo C70 vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2001 Volvo C70. (165 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 432 kg more than 2001 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 650 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo C70. (217 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo C70. 2012 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 2001 Volvo C70 has manual transmission. 2001 Volvo C70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volvo C70 | 2012 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | C70 | 650 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1658 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
