2005 BMW 750 vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 750 (362 HP) has 145 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 750 weights approximately 151 kg more than 2010 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2005 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 750 | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 750 | S80 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 490 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 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 | 1910 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 67 L |