2008 BMW 740 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 BMW 740. (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 740 weights approximately 328 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2008 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 740 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 740 | S60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2776 mm |