2006 Volvo C70 vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Volvo C70. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 248 kg more than 2006 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo C70. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo C70 | 2012 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | C70 | 730 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |
