2008 BMW 325 vs. 1998 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V70 (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V70 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 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, 1998 Volvo V70 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1998 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
