2005 Volvo S80 vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S80 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 132 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (268 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 349 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80. 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 2005 Volvo S80. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (380 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo S80 | 2012 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | S80 | 650 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2917 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
