2008 BMW 650 vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2008 BMW 650 and 2008 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (209 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2008 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 650 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 2008 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60, 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, 2008 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 650 | S60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |