2008 BMW M5 vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2008 BMW M5 and 2008 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 169 kg more than 2008 Volvo C70.
Because 2008 BMW M5 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 M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C70. (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C70. 2008 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Volvo C70 has manual transmission. 2008 Volvo C70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M5 | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | M5 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
