2002 BMW 760 vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2011 Volvo S80.
Because 2011 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 760. 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, 2002 BMW 760 (601 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S80. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 760 | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 760 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 601 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1500 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 | 2154 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 67 L |
